Insights and guides from the AGF team
How to import from China to the USA in 2026: check the product rules, classify it, work out the duty layers, ship FCL, LCL or air, clear customs, deliver.
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How to choose a freight forwarder in Los Angeles: check the FMC licence, who clears customs, who does the drayage, what the quote leaves out, and DDP risks.
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How buying works in Foshan's Lecong furniture market and tile district, how to put several suppliers in one container, and the US duties to check first.
Read more about Foshan Furniture Market Guide: Buying in Lecong and Shipping to the USA
American Global Freights is now represented in Kazakhstan and Central Asia by DDC in Almaty — with five new trade lanes, rail freight via Khorgos.
Read more about AGF Appoints an Authorized Representative in Kazakhstan
Russia has restricted a widening range of Armenian farm and food exports, and the EU is opening its market further. What it means for shippers.
Read more about Armenia's Export Map Is Being Redrawn — What It Means for Shippers
Carriers are returning to the Red Sea selectively while Panama Canal draft and slot limits move with its water levels. What both mean for transit times.
Read more about Suez Is Coming Back, Panama Keeps Moving: What 2026 Routing Actually Looks Like
Section 232 tariffs hit lumber, cabinets, vanities and upholstered furniture from every origin, with EU, Japan and UK caps and a 2027 step up. What to do.
Read more about Section 232 on Wood Products: The Furniture Tariff You Cannot Source Around
The Supreme Court struck down IEEPA tariffs, the Section 122 surcharge has expired, a new Section 301 layer applies and refunds are flowing.
Read more about US Import Tariffs in 2026: What Changed and What Importers Should Do Now
ISF bond vs single-entry vs continuous customs bond: what each covers, how CBP sets the bond amount, the ISF 10+2 deadline and the $5,000 penalty.
Read more about Customs Bonds and ISF Filing: The Two Requirements Every US Importer Must Handle
What HS and HTS codes are, how to find the right code for your product, why classification determines your duty rate, and the costly mistakes to avoid.
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Cost, speed, reliability, and cargo fit — a practical framework for choosing between air and ocean freight, plus when hybrid strategies beat both.
Read more about Air Freight vs Ocean Freight: How to Choose the Right Mode for Your Cargo
20ft vs 40ft vs high cube, reefers, open tops and flat racks — container dimensions, capacities, weight limits, and how to choose the right one.
Read more about Shipping Container Types and Dimensions: Which Container Does Your Cargo Need?
A plain-English guide to Incoterms 2020 — FOB vs EXW vs CIF vs DDP, who pays for what, where risk transfers, and which terms US importers should use.
Read more about Incoterms Explained: FOB, EXW, CIF, DDP and What They Mean for Your ShipmentWhat drives air freight cost from China to LAX: chargeable weight, express vs standard service, fuel and security surcharges, and when ocean is cheaper.
Read more about Air Freight Cost China to California: What Importers Need to Know
Ship from Shanghai, Shenzhen or Ningbo to Los Angeles: 12–20 days by ocean, 3–7 by air, plus the documents, customs entry and drayage steps in between.
Read more about How to Ship Cargo from China to Los Angeles: Complete Guide
American Global Freights hosted visitors at Booth C49 during the 15th Annual WCA Worldwide Conference in Singapore.
Read more about American Global Freights at the 15th Annual WCA Worldwide Conference in SingaporeHow to choose a freight forwarder in the USA: the licences to verify, the questions to ask, and the warning signs worth walking away from.
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A clear breakdown of what ocean shipping from China to the USA actually costs — container prices, extra fees to watch for, and tips to get the best rate.
Read more about How Much Does Ocean Freight from China to USA Cost?How to import from India to the USA, step by step: product rules, duties, suppliers, Incoterms, Indian export customs, sea or air freight and US customs.
Read more about Complete Guide to Importing from India to the USAComplete guide to shipping between Armenia and the USA. Learn about ocean and air freight options, routing through Georgia, customs requirements.
Read more about Armenia to USA Shipping Guide — How to Ship Between Armenia and America
Not sure whether to book a full container or share one? Here's a simple guide to help you pick between FCL and LCL shipping for your next shipment.
Read more about FCL vs LCL: Which One Do You Need?
China to USA shipping time by port: about 12–20 days to LA/Long Beach, 25–35 to New York, 3–7 days by air, plus door-to-door totals and delays.
Read more about How Long Does Shipping from China to the USA Take?Demurrage vs detention vs per diem, when free time starts, the FMC's invoice rules and 9 ways to avoid the charges at Los Angeles and Long Beach.
Read more about How to Avoid Demurrage and Detention Fees at US Ports
An NVOCC is a type of ocean shipping company that can get you better rates without owning ships. Here's what it means and why it matters when you ship.
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What a bill of lading does, its main types (straight, order, sea waybill, house, master), the details that must match and the errors that hold cargo.
Read more about Bill of Lading: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Avoid Costly ErrorsWhere warehouses near the Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach are, the types of warehousing, what drives the cost, and when to transload instead of store.
Read more about Warehousing Near the Port of Los Angeles — What Importers Need to KnowA step-by-step guide to US customs clearance. Learn about the import process, required documents, ISF filing, HTS classification, duties.
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Importing to the USA for the first time? Here's everything you need to know about customs clearance — the documents, the steps.
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A complete step-by-step guide to customs clearance — from document preparation to final delivery, and how AGFreights coordinates each step.
Read more about Customs Clearance Guide: Step-by-Step Process ExplainedLooking for a freight forwarder to ship from China to the USA? Here's what to look for, what to ask, and how to tell a good one from a bad one.
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New to international shipping? Learn how freight forwarding works, what documents you need.
Read more about Freight Forwarding for Beginners: How Global Shipping Really Works
Temperature-controlled shipping for pharmaceuticals, fresh produce and perishables — equipment, monitoring and where cold chains actually break.
Read more about Cold Chain Logistics: Ensuring Integrity in Temperature-Sensitive Shipments
American Global Freights opens a new branch in China, strengthening our freight forwarding capabilities with local expertise in Foshan, Guangdong Province.
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AGF participated in the 14th Annual WCA Worldwide Conference in Dubai, strengthening global partnerships and expanding our freight forwarding network.
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AGF has officially become a member of the World Cargo Alliance (WCA), a global network of independent freight forwarders in about 190 countries.
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Ari Baghdasaryan takes the helm of American Global Freights as CEO & Founder, marking a new chapter of growth, innovation, and leadership.
Read more about Ari Baghdasaryan, CEO & Founder: A New Chapter for AGFA practical guide to importing goods to the USA with a freight forwarder — from selecting a partner to customs clearance and final delivery.
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